UK Prime Minister says football fans 'singled out' by alcohol ban not imposed on rugby matches

United Kingdom Prime Minister Andy Burnham is pushing back against England’s restrictions on alcohol at men’s soccer matches, calling the ban "discrimination" and suggesting the rules could be tested on a trial basis.

Burnham told reporters, "I don’t think it’s fair for football fans to be singled out," as he argued that they should not face restrictions that do not apply to spectators at other sporting events.

Under current laws, fans are prohibited from drinking alcohol in view of...